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The Twinspot hawkfish (Amblycirrhitus bimacula) is a saltwater fish of the family Cirrhitidae that grows up to 9 cm.
Description
The twospot hawkfish is a small hawkfish from the Indo-Pacific, from East Africa to Hawaii and the Tuamotu Islands, north to Taiwan. The species grows to about 9 cm and has a pale body with irregular dark bars that may break into spots, diagonal cheek lines and a conspicuous ocellated black spot at the soft dorsal fin. Like other hawkfishes it lacks a swim bladder and props itself on the reef with thickened pectoral fin rays, where it lies hidden in wait for small crustaceans. The IUCN assesses the species as Least Concern (LC).
Frequently asked questions
How do you recognise the Twinspot hawkfish?
The Twinspot hawkfish has a flattened, disc-shaped body, is mainly brown and shows a spots pattern. Ocellated black blotch near the dorsal fin; rests on the reef with its pectoral fin rays
Where does the Twinspot hawkfish live?
The Twinspot hawkfish lives in the sea (marine waters) and is mostly found around stony or rocky ground. Indo-Pacific
How big does the Twinspot hawkfish get?
The Twinspot hawkfish grows to a maximum of about 9 cm.
Is the Twinspot hawkfish dangerous to humans?
No, the Twinspot hawkfish is harmless to humans. This species is harmless to humans. No specific first aid is needed. Still handle the fish with care: mind the fin rays and the sharp edges of the gill cover, and rinse any scratch with clean water and cover it. For a dirty or deep wound check tetanus status.
Is the Twinspot hawkfish edible?
The Twinspot hawkfish is not usually eaten.
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Same genus Amblycirrhitus
More from the family Cirrhitidae
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